About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson the Senior Mechanical Engineer will be responsible for supporting and delivering mechanical design and drafting services across all phases of commercial vessel development from concept through to final delivery. Your work will be instrumental in ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and in full compliance with Austal’s quality standards, client expectations, and regulatory requirements.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your prospect to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s involved

- Produce accurate information and documentation ensuring vessel design complies with relevant regulatory authorities, specifications and customer requirements




- Leading and supervise design groups
- Manage design inputs from third parties such as drawings, certifications and manuals
- Monitor task schedules and proactively track progress and upcoming deliverables.
- Seek and implement improvements in design processes and product quality
- Detail design of exhaust systems, propulsion systems, domestic systems, cooling systems, hydraulic systems and fire systems
- Preparation of design drawings including calculations and schematics
- Selection and requisition of Machinery

You’ll need

- Bachelor of Engineering Mechanical or Mechatronics
- Advanced AutoCAD skills
- Solid understanding of production methods and the practical application of design
- 5 to10 years' experience in a similar capacity

Why Join Us?

- Competitive compensation and perks package.
- Professional development and training opportunities.
- A supportive and dynamic work environment.
- Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

📌 Senior Mechanical Engineer (Henderson)
🏢 Austal
📍 Henderson